5th Anniversary of the Nikon Z Series of Mirrorless Cameras and Z lenses - Including original launch video
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We are approaching the 5th anniversary of the Nikon Z camera and lens system. I have to say that I’m surprised how far both Nikon’s Z camera’s and lens’s have come since 2018. As you will see while watching the original launch video, Nikon expects the Z system to be their platform for the next 100 years (until 2117)!
Their original line up of cameras upon launch were the Z6 (which I still use) and Z7. The original Z lens lineup were the Nikkor 50mm f/1.8s, 24-70mm f/4s and the Nikon 35mm f/1.8s. Currently, Nikon has 10 Z mirrorless bodies and 42 Z Nikkor lenses, demonstrating great progress and ambition.
So, grab some popcorn, sit back and enjoy the original 2018 launch presentation of Nikon’s mirrorless (now mirrorless AND shutterless) camera and lens system.
Watch the full Nikon Japan's Global Launch of their long awaited Z Mirrorless Series of Cameras on the 23rd August 2018 from Tokyo. MIRRORLESS REINVENTED THROUGH THE NIKON Z MOUNT SYSTEM. The Z mount system is comprised of mirrorless cameras featuring a new, larger-diameter mount, as well as compatible NIKKOR lenses and accessories.
Nikon released a new firmware upgrade 1.20 for the Z5II camera with the following changes:
I love my Nikon Z6II mirrorless camera. I hope this page serves as an inspiration as to what can be accomplished with this little gem of a camera, the NIkon Z6II.
Find out why I didn’t keep the Nikon D6 despite it being one of the best cameras I have ever used. See sample image gallery.
All photos were taken using the Nikon Z8 with various Nikkor lenses. Let me know in the comments (no sign-in required) if you have any questions on any of the photos.
I have finally setup my first single topic portfolio on aviation. Aviation is one of the subjects that I seek out, both when at home and while traveling. It’s been a passion of mine for a long time. Hence, I have accumulated a lot of portfolio worthy content from shooting mostly airplanes over the years.
Watch as Andrew Hancock discusses his approach to capturing the largest sporting event in the world and why he has with him no less than 5 Nikon Z9 cameras.
As we all know now, Nikon announced the Z8, a slimmed down version of the Z9 and a modern version of the original Nikon D850 DSLR. Let’s compare the specs between all 3 cameras.
Photographing a fast paced twilight criterium bike race with Nikon’s best in class hardware, the Z9 with the Nikon NIKKOR Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S and the Nikon NIKKOR Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S lenses.
Nikon recently released their 2026 financial statements for their fiscal year (April 1, 2025 to March 31, 2026) and this year’s results do not look good. And when comparing this year to last year, it’s even more menacing. Let’s examine my concerns in more detail.
Travel to the moon. Soar with the birds. Or keep your feet on the ground and explore the tiny details of nature—all with one extraordinary portable camera, the Nikon COOLPIX P1100.
Nikon releases firmware updates for both the Nikkor Z 50mm f/1.4 and the Nikkor Z 35mm f/1.4 lenses, bringing the firmware version from 1.00 to 1.001 with the following changes for both lenses:
Welcome to Robert G Allen Photography. I'm a professional multi-disciplinary commercial freelance photographer based in the Pacific Northwest and a Nikon DSLR Enthusiast.
While my career has primarily been as an event photographer, this website represents other areas of photography for which I have professional competency and enjoyment. The resulting front page gallery and single subject galleries are the result of a combination of client assignments and personal areas of interest.
Nikon issues firmware 1.1 for the COOLPIX P1100 with the following changes: